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OWNER'S MANUAL

MODEL NO.WET6500A

6.5 HP 17 Inch

Tiller

Assembly

•Operation

Maintenance

•Service and Adjustments

• Storage

•Troubleshooting

•Repair Parts

For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297

For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886

WEEDEATER

186100 Rev. 1 02.21.03 TR

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

SAFETY RULES

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHIND POWERED ROTARYTILLERS

TRAINING

Read the Owner's Manual carefully, Be thoroughly

familiar with the controls and the proper use of the

equipment, Know how to stop the unit and disengage

the controls quickly.

•Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never

allow adults to operate the equipment without proper

instruction.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, par-

ticularly small children, and pets.

PREPARATION

Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is

to be used and remove all foreign objects.

• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before

starting the engine (motor).

• Do not operate the equipment without wearing ade-

quate outer garments. Wear footwear that will improve

footing on slippery surfaces.

• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.

• Use an approved fuel container.

• Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel

tank indoors.

•Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled

fuel before restarting.

• Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by

the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors

or electric starting motors.

•Never attempt to make any adjustments while the

engine (motor) is running (except where specifically

recommended by manufacturer).

OPERATION

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross-

ing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden

hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.

•After striking aforeign object, stop the engine (motor),

removethe wirefrom the spark plug, thoroughlyinspect

the tillerfor any damage, and repairthe damage before

restarting and operating the tiller.

•Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

•If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the

engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause.

Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

•Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating

position.

•Take all possibleprecautions when leaving the machine

unattended. Disengage the tines, shiftinto neutral, and

stop the engine.

•Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the

engine and makecertain all movingparts have stopped.

Disconnect the sparkplug wire, and keep the wire away

from the plugtoprevent accidental starting. Disconnect

the cord on electric motors.

•Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are

dangerous.

•Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates,

or other safety protective devices in place.

•Keep children and pets away.

• Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting

to till too deep at too fast a rate.

•Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery

surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.

•Never allow bystanders near the unit.

•Use only attachments and accessories approved by

the manufacturer of the tiller.

•Never operate the tiller without good visibilityor light.

•Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines may

catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward. If this

occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the

machine.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

•Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe

working condition.

•Check shear pins, engine mounting bolts, and other

bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be

sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

•Never store the machine with fuel inthe fuel tank inside

a building where ignition sources are present, such

as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and

the like. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure.

•Always refer to the operator's guide instructions for

important details if the tiller is to be stored for an ex-

tended period.

-IMPORTANT -

CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF

ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRITICAL

INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL.

IMPORTANT: USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A

POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGINGTHIS EQUIPMENT.

NOTE: Gives essential information that will aid you to

better understand, incorporate, or execute a particular set

of instructions.

Look for this symbol to point out im- I

portant safety precautions. It means I

CAUTIONtII BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it can-

not contact spark plug in order to pre-

vent accidental starting when setting

up, transporting, adjusting or making

repairs.

,A WARNING ,A

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc-

tive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 3 Quarts (2.8L)

Unleaded Regular

OIL (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (Above 32°F/0°C)

(Capacity: 20 ozJ0.6L) SAE 5w-30 (Below 32°F/0°C)

SPARK PLUG : - Champion

GAP: .030"/0,76mm) RJ19LM

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tiller. It

has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problems you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service

center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and

the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

-_ Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for

and using your tiller.

Follow instructions under"Maintenance" and "Storage"

sections of this Owner's Manual.

WARNING:This unit is equipped with an internal combustion

engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved

forest-covered, brush-covered or grass covered land un-

less the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a

spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law (Section

4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Otherstates

may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

See your Sears Authorized Service Center/Department for

spark arrester. Refer to the Repair Parts section of this

manual for part number.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILrrlES ................................. 3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 3

ASSEMBLY ................................................................. 4-6

OPERATION ............................................................. 7-11

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 12

MAINTENANCE ..................................................... 12-14

SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS ................................. 15-18

STORAGE .................................................................... 19

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 20

REPAIR PARTS-TILLER ......................................... 21-27

WARRANTY ................................................................. 28

ASSEMBLY

CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 7)

ATTACH CLUTCH CABLE (See Fig. 6)

•Hook end of clutch cable through hole in control bar

bracket if necessary.

END OF CONTROL BAR

CLUTCH CABLE BRACKET

CONTROLBAR

BRACKET

BAR

CLUTCH

CABLE

FIG. 6

•Insert end of shift rod into hole of shift lever indicator.

Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure.

SHIFT HAIRPIN SHIFT

CLIP, LEVER

INDICATOR

FIG. 7

REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE

•Make sure shift lever indicator is in "N" position (See

Fig, 7)

•Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle. Separate cardboard

cover from leveling shield.

•Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull tiller out of

carton.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pressure is

important for best tillingperformance.

•Reduce tire pressure to 20 PSI (1.4 kg/cm2).

HANDLE HEIGHT

• Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator.

(See "TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual).

KNOWYOUR TILLER

OPERATION

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER.

Compare the illustrationswith your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments, Save

this manual for"futui'e reference.

These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their

meaning.

tiLLING FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE CAUTION ENGINE FAST SLOW

OR WARNING ON OFF

,EVER

THROTTLE CONTROL

CHOKE CONTROL

DRIVE CONTROL

BAR

DEPTH STAKE

LEVELING

OUTER SIDE

RECOIL

STARTER

HANDLE

FIG. 8

MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our tillersconform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed.

DRIVE CONTROL BAR - Used to engage tiller.

DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which tiller will dig.

LEVELING SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.

OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to protect small plants

from being buried.

SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmission gears.

SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR - Shows which gear the trans-

mission IS In.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL -Used when starting a cold engine.

OPERATION

The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can

result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting

your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or

standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and

oil or attempting to start engine.

STOPPING (See Fig. 9)

TINES AND DRIVE

Release drive control bar to stop movement.

Move shift lever to "N" (neutral) position•

ENGINE

•Move throttle control to "STOP" position. If equipped

with stop switch, move switch to "STOP" position.

Never use choke to stop engine.

HANDLE HIFT LEVER

THROTTLE_

CONTROL

DRIVE CONTROL

BAR "ENGAGED"

POSITION

DRIVE CONTROL BAR

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

FIG. 9

TINE OPERATION -WITH WHEEL DRIVE

Always release drive control bar before moving shift

lever into another position.

•Tine movement is achieved by moving shift lever to

(_) till position and engaging drive control bar.

FORWARD- WHEELS ONLY/TINES

STOPPED

•Release drive control bar and move shiftlever indicator

to =F"(forward) position. Engage drive control bar and

tiller will move forward.

REVERSE -WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED

•DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND TILLER.

• Release the drive control bar.

•Move throttle control to "SLOW" position.

•Move shift lever indicator to "R" (reverse) position.

•Hold drive control bar against the handle to start tiller

movement.

HARD TO SHIFT GEARS

Brieflyengage drivecontrol barand release or rocktiller

forward and backward until are able to shift gears.

DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 10)

The depth stake can be raised or loweredto allow you more

versatile tilling and cultivating, or to more easily transport

our tiller,

SHALLOWEST

TILLING (CULTI-

VATING)

DEEPEST

TILLING

DEPTH

STAKE j

_TRANSPORT

POSITION

FIG. 10

TILLING (See Fig. 11)

Release depth stake pin. Pull the depth stake up for

increased tillingdepth. Place depth stake pin in hole

of depth stake to lock in position.

•Place shift lever indicator in till position.

•Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start

tillingmovement. Tines and wheels will both turn.

•Move throttle control to "FAST" positionfordeep tilling.

To cultivate, throttlecontrol CaRbe set at any desired

speed, depending on how fast or slow you wish to

cultivate.

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS RELEASE DRIVE CONTROL

BAR BEFORE MOVING SHIFT LEVER INTO ANOTHER

POSITION.

DEPTH STAKE PIN

"RELEASED" POSITION

NUT "B"

OUTER

SIDE SHIELD

"LOCKED"

POSITION

FIG. 11

OPERATION

TURNING •

•Release the drive control bar.

•Move throttle control to "SLOW" position.

Place shift leverindicatorin"F' (forward) position. Tines

will not turn. •

Lift handle to raise tines out of ground.

• Swing the handle in the opposite direction you wish

to turn, being careful to keep feet and legs away from

tines.

•When you have completed your turn-around, release

the drive control bar and lower handle. Place shift

lever in till position and move throttle control to desired

speed. To begin tilling, hold drive control bar against

the handle.

OUTER SIDE SHIELDS (See Fig. 11)

The back edges of the outer side shields are slotted so

that the shields can be raised for deep tilling and lowered

for shallow tilling to protect small plants from being buried.

Loosen nut =A" in slot and nut =B". Move shield to desired

position (both sides). Retighten nuts.

TOTRANSPORT

ACAUTION: Before lifting or transporting, I

allow tiller engine and muffler to cool.

Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain

gasoline from fuel tank.

AROUND THE YARD

Release the depth stake pin. Move the depth stake

down tothetop hole for transporting the tiller. Place

depth stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock in posi-

tion. This prevents tines from scuffing the ground.

Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position for

transporting.

Hold the drive controlbar against the handle to start

tiller movement. Tines will not turn.

•Move throttle control to desired speed.

AROUND TOWN

•Disconnect spark plug wire.

•Drain fuel tank.

•Transport in uprightposition to prevent oil leakage.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

IMPORTANT: BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT

TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING

OIL OR FUEL. USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE IN

APPROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS. USE CLEAN

FILL FUNNELS.

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 12)

•The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with SAE 30 summer weight oil.

•Be sure tiller is level and the area around oil fill is

clean.

•Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill

to full line on dipstick.

•To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap each

time.

Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFIC-

ATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. All oil must meet

A.RI. Service Classification SF-SJ.

For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See oil viscosity chart in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in

this manual.

_'_ OIL RLL

ICAP/DIPSTICK

FIG. 12

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill.

Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a

minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce

valve life). Do notmix oilwith gasoline. Purchase fuel

in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure

fue! freshness.

A CAUTION: Fill to within 112 inch of top

of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow

for fuel expansion. If gasoline is ac-

cidentally spilled, move machine away

from area of spill. Avoid creating any

source of ignition until gasoline vapors

have disappeared.

Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not

store, spill or use gasoline near an

open flame.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can at-

tract moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas

can damage the fuel system of an engine while

in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel

system should be emptied before storage of

30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start

the engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next

season. SeeStorage Instructions for additional

information. Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or penTtanent

damage may occur.

..... OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 13) TILLING HINTS

I_[]L CAUTION: Keep drive control bar in

"DISENGAGED" position when start-

ing engine.

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run

out of fuel, it will take extra pulls of the recoil starter to

move fuel from the tank to the engine•

• Make sure spark plug wire is properly connected.

•Move shift lever indicator to "N" (neutral) position•

• Place throttle control in "FAST" position.

• To start a cold engine, push primer five (5) times before

trying to start. Use a firm push. This step is not usually

necessary when starting an engine which has already

run for a few minutes.

• Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp

tiller handle with other hand. Pull rope out slowly until

engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will

pull slightly harder at this point).

• Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do not let starter

handle snap back against starter.

• Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before

engaging tines.

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat

priming steps. In warmer weather over priming may

cause flooding and engine will not start. If you do flood

engine, wait a few minutes before attempting to start and

do not repeat priming steps.

CAUTION: Until you are accustomed to I

handling your tiller, start actual field use

with throttle in stow position (mid-way

between "FAST" and "IDLE").

Tilling is digging into, turning over, and breaking up

packed soil before planting. Loose, unpacked soilhelps

root growth. Best tilling depth is 4" to 6" (10-15 cm).

A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation.

The decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches

the soil. Depending on the climate (rainfall and wind),

it may be advisable to till the soil at the end of the

growing season to further condition the soil.

Soil conditions are important for proper tilling.Tines will

notreadily penetrate dry,hard soilwhich may contribute

to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller.

Hard soil should be moistened before tilling;however,

extremely wet soil will "ball-up" or clump during tilling.

Wait until the soil is less wet in order to achieve the

best results.When tilling in the fall, remove vines and

long grass to prevent them from wrapping around the

tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation.

You will find tilling much easier if you leave a row un-

tilled between passes. Then go back between tilled

rows. (See Fig. 14) There are two reasons for doing

this.First, wide turns are much easier to negotiate than

about-faces. Second, the tiller won't be pulling itself,

and you, toward the row next to it.

Do not lean on handle. This takes weight off the wheels

and reduces traction. To get through a really tough

section of sod or hard ground, apply upward pressure

on handle or lower the depth stake.

PRIMER RECOIL STARTER

HANDLE

FIG. 13

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,'/; ..,, ,..,/?

/, ,/ /, //

FIG. 14

OPERATION

TINE SHEAR PINS

The tine assemblies on your tiller are secured to the tine

shaft with shear pins (See 'q-INE REPLACEMEN'I "_in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

If the tiller is unusually overloaded or jammed, the shear

pins are designed to break before internal damage occurs

to the transmission.

•If shear pin(s) break, replace only with those shown in

the Repair Parts section of this manual.

CULTIVATING

Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to pro-

vent them from robbingnourishment and moisture from the

plants. At the same time, breaking up the upper layer of

soil crust will help retain moisture in the soil. Best digging

depth is 1"to 3" (2.5-7.5 cm). Lower the outer side shields

to protect small plants from being buried.

• Cultivate up and down the rows at a speed which will

allow tines to uproot weeds and leave the ground in

rough condition, promoting no further growth of weeds

and grass (See Fig. 15).

FIG. 15

ADJUST WHEELS FOR CULTIVATING (See

Figs. 16 and 17)

• Place blocks under righthand side of tillerand remove

hairpin clip and clevis pin from right hand wheel.

•Move wheel outward approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm)

until hole in inner wheet hub lines up with inner hole

in axle. , -

•Replace clevis pin and hairpin clip on inside of wheel

and remove blocks.

Repeat preceding steps on left hand side.

NOTE: In extremely rough conditions and while cultivat-

ing, the wheels should be moved outward on the axle for

increased stability.

OUTER VIEW OFTIRE

CLEVIS

' PIN

FIG. 16

INNER VIEW OFTIRE

CLEVIS

HAIRPIN -

CLIP

FIG. 17

MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

SERVICE DATES

Check Engine Oil Level li/' !_

Change Engine Oil 1_1,2

Oil Pivot Points If

Inspect Spark Arrester/Muffler V'

Inspect Air Screen I_

Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge I/2

Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Ii/

Replace Spark Plug

RH Gear Case Grease Fitting (1oz.) V'

1- Change moreoften whenoperatingunder a heavyloador inhighambienttemperatures.

2 - Servicemore often whenoperatingin dirtyordustyconditions.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain tiller

as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tiller.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual should be checked at least once each

season.

•Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean

or replace air filter, and check tines and belts for wear.

A new spark PlUg and clean air filter assure proper

air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and

last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level.

•Check tine operation.

•Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

OTHROTTLE CONTROL

(_ ENGINE

(_RH GEAR CASE

GREASE FITTING

STAKE PIN

SHIELD

HINGES

_) IDLER (D WHEEL

BRACKET HUB

(DSAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL

_)REFER TO MAINTENANCE"ENGINE" SECTION

(_EP #1 GREASE

MAINTENANCE

Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent

accidental starting of engine.

Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping

unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris.

Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classification SF-SJ. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

-20 0 30 60 80

-30 -20 -10 010 20 30 40

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

M_ \ "OIL LEVEL

_41 _ OILFILLER

PLUG

FIG. 19

FIG. 18

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W-30, 10W-30, etc.)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F (0°C). Check your engine oil level more frequently to

avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at

least once a year if the tiller is not used for 25 hours in

one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE

30 motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil filler plug securely

each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 18 and 19)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ.

•Be sure tiller is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Use afunnel to prevent oil spill on tiller, and catch oil

in a suitable container.

•Remove drain plug.

•Tip tiller forward to drain oil.

After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely.

•Remove oil filler plug. Be careful not to allow dirt to

enter the engine.

•Refillenginewith oiLSee"CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEl"

in the Operation section of this manual.

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 20)

Yourengine willnot run properly using a dirtyair filter,Clean

the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or

every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of

operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

Remove cover screw and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

Remove foam pre-cleaner from air cleaner cover.

•Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

•Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil

•If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.

•Reinstall pre-cleaner into air cleaner cover.

•Reinstall cover and secure screw.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from

entering carburetor. Clean base carefully to prevent

debris from entering carburetor.

•Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If

very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

•Reinstall cartridge, cover with pre-cleaner and secure

with screw.

IMPORTANT:PETROLEUMSOLVENTS,SUCHAS KEROSENE,

ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE CARTRIDGE. THEY

MAYCAUSE DETERIORATIONOFTHE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT

OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOTUSE PRESSURIZEDAIRTO CLEAN

OR DRY CARTRIDGE.

FOAM

PRECLEANER

AIR CLEANER

CARTRIDGE

COVER

SCREW

FIG. 20

MAINTENANCE ....

MUFFLER

COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 21)

Your engine is air cooled. For proper engine performance

and long life keep your engine clean.

•Clean air screen frequently using a stiff-bristled

brush.

• Remove blower housing and clean as necessary.

• Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.

CYLINDER FINS

MUFFLER

HOUSING

SCREEN

FIG. 21

Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with

exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could

create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace if

necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester

screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and

inspection. Replace if damaged.

SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling sea-

son or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first.

Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

TRANSMISSION

Once a season, lubricate the right hand side gear case

grease fitting with oz. of EP #1 grease.

CLEANING

Do not clean your tiller when the engine and transmission

are hot. We do not recommend using pressurized water

(garden hose, etc.) to clean your unit unless the gasket

area around the transmission and the engine muffler, air

filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water

in engine will shorten the useful life of your tiller.

• Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of all foreign mat-

ter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TILLER

CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into 'I

contact with plug. I

TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 22)

Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions.

Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil.

•First loosen handle lock lever.

• Handle can be positioned at different settings between

"HIGH" and "LOW" positions.

• Retighten handle lock lever securely after adjusting;

TIRE CARE

I A CAUTION: When mounting tires, un-

less beads are seated,overinflation can

cause an explosion. I•

Maintain 20 PSI (1.4 kg/cm 2) of tire pressure. If tire

pressures are not equal, tiller will pull to one side.

Keep tires free of gasoline or oil which can damage

rubber.

HANDLE (HIGH

)

HANDLE LOCK

LEVER

HANDLE (LOW

POSITION

FIG. 22

TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 23)

•Place blocks under transmission to keep tiller from

tipping.

•Remove hairpin c!ip,and clevis pin from wheel,

• Remove wheel and tire;

• Repair tire and reassemble.

i l

CLEVIS PIN

HAIRPIN CLIP

FIG. 23

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TINE REPLACEMENT

(See Figs. 24, 25 and 26)

I_1) CAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear

gloves or other protection when han-

dling tines,

A badly worn tine causes your tiller to work harder and dig

more shallow. Most important, worn tinescannot chop and

To maintain the superb tilling performance of this

machine the tines should be checked for sharpness,

wear, and bending, particularly the tines which are

next to the transmission. If the gap between the tines

exceeds 3-1/2 inches (9 cm), they should be replaced

or straightened as necessary.

New tines should be assembled as shown in Fig.

28. Sharpened tine edges will rotate rearward from

above.

shred organic matter as effectively nor bury it as deeply as

good tines. A tine this worn needs to be replaced.

NEWIINE WORNIINE

FI'_G24 3-I/2" MAX (9 CM).--_"

FIG. 25

COUNTER

lINE

ROTATION

HAIRPIN CLIP

SHARP EDGE

SHEAR PIN

SHARP EDGE

FIG. 26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE BELT GUARD

(See Fig. 27)

NOTE: For ease of removal, remove hairpinclip and clevis

pin from left wheel. Pull wheel out from tiller about 1 inch

(2.5 cm).

•Remove two (2) screws from side of belt guard.

• Remove hex nut and washer from bottom of belt guard

(located behind wheel).

• Pull belt guard out and away from unit.

• Replace belt guard by reversing above procedure.

BELT GUARD

SCREW

HEX NUT

AND WASHER

(LOCATED BEHIND

TIRE)

SCREW HAIRPIN CLIP AND - -

CLEVIS PIN

FIG. 27

TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 27 and 28)

Remove belt guard as described in "TO REMOVE BELT

GUARD".

•Remove old belt by slipping off engine pulley first then

remove from transmission pulley,

Place new belt in groove of transmission pulley and

into engine pulley. BELT MUST BE IN GROOVE ON

TOP OF IDLER PULLEY. NOTE POSITION OF BELT

TO GUIDES.

Check belt adjustment as described below.

• Replace belt guard.

• Reposition wheel and replace clevis pin and hairpin

clip.

GROUND DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (See

Fig. 28)

For proper belt tension, the extension spring should have

about 5/8 inch (16 mm) stretch when drive control bar is

in "ENGAGED" position, This tension can be attained as

follows:

• Loosen cable clip screw securing the drive control

cable.

Slide cable forward for less tension and rearward for

more tension until about 5/8 inch (16 mm) stretch is

obtained while the drive control bar is engaged.

Tighten cable clip screw securely.

ENGINE

PULLEY

CABLE CLIP

,DRIVE

CONTROL

CABLE

IDLER

PULLEY SPRING

TRANSMISSION

PULLEY

FIG. 28

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 29)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move remote throttle control

lever to "FAST" position.

•If throttle lever on engine touches high speed stop, no

further adjustment is necessary. If throttle lever does

not touch high speed stop, continue with adjustment

procedure.

•Loosen cable clamp screw.

°Move throttle lever up until it touches high speed stop,

and hold in this position.

Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

THROTTLE

CABLE

SPEED STOP

CABLI

CLAMP

SCREW

LEVER

FIG. 29

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Thecarburetorhas been preset atthefactoryand adjustment

should not be necessary. However, engine performance

can be affected by differences infuel, temperature, altitude

or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, contact

your nearest authorized service center/department

IMPORTANT:NEVERTAMPERWITHTHEENGINEGOVERNOR,

WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED.

OVERSPEEDINGTHE ENGINE ABOVETHE FACTORYHIGH

SPEED SETFING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IFYOU THINKTHE

ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING,

CONTACTYOURNEAREST AUTHORIZEDSERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS THE PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the

season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.

TILLER

Clean entire tiller(See "CLEANING" inthe Maintenance

section of this manual).

•Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

placement instructions inthe Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this

manual. '

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM

PARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL

HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE

INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED

GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN

A'I7-RACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND

FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS

CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN

STORAGE.

•Drain the fuel tank.

•Start the engine and let it run until the fue! lines and

carburetor are empty.

•Neveruseengineorcarburetorcleanerproductsinthe

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini-

mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.

Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.

Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container.

Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to

allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain

the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (withengine warm) and replace withclean oil. (See

"ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

Remove spark plug.

Pour 1"ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into

cylinder.

• Pull starter handle slowly several times to distribute

oil.

Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

.Do not store gasoline from one-season to an-

other.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.'

If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give

protection from dust and dirt.

•Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE AND

EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILLWARM.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

CAUSE CORRECTION

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Loss of power

Engine overheats

Excessive bounce/

difficult handling

Soil balls up or clumps

Engine runs but tiller

won't move

Engine runs but labors

when tilling

Tines will not rotate

Hard to shift into gear

Tiller shuts off when

drive control bar

engaged

1. Out of fuel.

2Engine not "CHOKED" properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Dirty air cleaner.

5. Water in fuel.

6. Clogged fuel tank.

7. Louse spark plug wire.

8. Bad spark plug or improper gap.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

1. Throttle control not set propedy.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

3. Bad spark plug or improper gap.

4. Stale or dfrty fuel.

5. Louse spark plug.wire.

6. Carburetor out of adjustment.

1. Engine is overloaded.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

3. Low oil level/dirty oil.

4. Faulty spark plug.

5. Oil in fuel.

6. Stale or dirty fuel.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Clogged fuel tank.

9. Spark plug wire loose.

10. Dirty engine air screen.

11. Dirty/clogged muffler.

12. Carburetor out of adjustment.

13. Pour compression.

1. Low oil level/dirty oil.

2. Dirty engine air screen.

3. Dirty engine.

4. Partially plugged muffler.

5. Improper carburetor adjusi_nant.

1. Ground too dry and hard.

1. Ground too wet.

1. Drive control bar is not engaged.

2. V-belt not correctly adjusted.

3. V-belt is off pulley(s).

1. Tilling too deep.

2. ThrotlJe control not propedy adjusted.

3. Carburetor out of adjustment.

1. Shear pin(s) broken.

I1. Gears not timed.

1. Shift lever set in between counter rotating till

pasition and forward rotating till position.

2. Tines jammed.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See =10 START ENGINE" in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Clean or replace air cleaner cartddge.

5. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with

fresh gasoline.

6. Remove fuel tank and clean.

7. Make sure spark plug wire is seated properly on

plug.

8. Replace spark plug or adjust gap.

9. Make necessary adjustments.

1. Place throttle control in "FAST" position.

2. Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge.

3. Replace spark plug or adjust gap.

4. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

5. Make sure spark plug wire is seated properly on

plug.

6. Make necessary adjustments.

1. Set depth stake for shallower filling.

2. Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge.

3. Check oil level/changa oil.

4. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

5. Drain and clean fuel tank and refill, and clean

carburetor.

6. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with

fresh gasoline.

8. Remove fuel tank and clean.

9. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

10. Clean engine air screen.

"11. Clean/replace muffler.

12. Make necessary adjustments.

13. Contact an authorized service ceeterrdapartmant.

1. Check oil level/change oil.

2. Clean engine air screen.

3. Clean cylinder fins, air screen, and muffler area.

4. Remove and clean muffler.

5. Adjust carburetor to dcher position.

1. Moisten ground or wait for more favorable soil

conditions.

1. Wait for more favorable soil conditions.

1. Engage drive control

2. Inspect/adjust V-belt.

3. Inspect V-belt.

1. Set depth stake for shallower filling.

2. Check throttle control setting.

3. Make necessary adjustments.

1. Replace shear pin(s).

Bdefly engage drive control bar and release or rock

tiller forward and backward until are able to shift

gears.

1. Shift to either counter rotating till position or forward

rotating till position.

2. Clear tines.

REPAIR PARTS

TILLER --MODEL NUMBER WET6500A

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

2 35 15

237

26 21

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

175769

150744

159227

71191008

8389J

4497H

108281X

72110608

109229X

73680600

19131611

109228X

150217

DESCRIPTION

Control, Throttle

Grip, Handle

Bar, Control

Screw, Pan Hd. #10-24

Grip, Handle

Clip, Hairpin

Rod, Shift

Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5

Lock, Handle

Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga.

Lever, Lock, Handle

Handle

20 19,

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

26 159232 Cable, Clutch

29 73731000 Nut, Keps #10-24 UNC

31 150695 Bolt, Pivot

34 145821 Bracket, Clutch Cable

35 146480 Grommet, Handle

36 180456X550 Bracket, Handle

37 102604X Grip, Bar Control

39 10040500 Washer, Lock 5/18

38 73800500 Locknut 5/16-18

41 72110514 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1-3/4

42 121248X Bushing, Snap

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER WET6500A

MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE

28 3

4O -23

15 24

KEY PART

NO. NO.

173510500

2 10040600

3 73220600

4 170127

5 164329

6 110111X

7 72110404

8 8700J

986777

10 9484R

11 10040400

12 73220400

13 23230506

14 156117

15 19111116

16 145102

19 12000028

21 110652X

22 74770508

23 102190X

183122X624

795R

DESCRIPTION

Nut, Keps 5/16-18

Washer, Lock 3/8

Nut, Hex 3/8-16

Shield, Inner, Belt Guard

Pin Spiral Flared

Lever, Shift

Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2 Gr. 5

Plate, Shift Indicator

Screw, Hex, Washer Head, Slotted

#10-24 x 1/2

Clip

Washer, Lock 1/4

Nut, Hex 1/4-20

Screw, Set, Hex 5/16-18 x 3/8

Spacer, Split 0.327 x 0.42 x 1.220

Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga.

Sheave, Transmission

Ring, Retainer

Spacer, Split 0.327 x 0.42 x 2.09

Bolt Hex 5/16-24 x 1/2

Tire

Rim

Tire Valve

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24 126875X Rivet, Drilled

25 4497H Clip, Hairpin

26 165501X550 Guard, Belt

27 132801 Belt, V

28 104679X Pulley, Idler

29 12000032 Ring, Klip

30 159229 Bracket, Idler

31 102384X Bolt, Hex 5/16-16 x 12

32 102141X Shaft, Idler Arm

33 74760616 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1

34 102383X Caunterweight, L. H.

35 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

36 102331X Bracket, Reinforcement, L. H.

37 130812 Sheave, Engine

38 74760544 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 2-3/4

_39 140062 Cap, Plunger

40 170488 Screw, Hex Wsh Sit #10-24x .50

44 73800500 Nut, Lock 5/16-18

65 73970500 Nut, Lock Hax Flange

NOTE: All camponent dimensions given in U.S. inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER WET6500A

MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE

klO

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

102332X

102173X

10040600

73220600

74760524

4497H

126875X

DESCRIPTION

Bracket, Reinforcement

CounterWeight, R.H.

Washer, Lock 3/8

Nut, Hex 3/8-16

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

Clip, Hairpin

Rivet, Drilled

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 102190X Tire

183122X624 Rim

795R Tire Valve

14 73970500 Nut, Hex Flange

15 Engine, Tec Model No. OHH65

(Order parts from engine Manufac-

turer)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS TILLER - -MODEL NUMBER WET6500A

TINE ASSEMBLY

1 1

11 2 8

4 9

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 4459J Tine, Outer, L.H. 8 74610616 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1

2 132673 Clevis Pin 9 4460J Tine, Outer, R.H.

3 6554J Tine, Inner, LH. 10 132728 Assembly, Hub and Plate, R.H.

4 3146R Clip, Hairpin 11 6555J Tine, Inner, R.H.

5 132727 Assembly, Hub and Plate, LH. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.

6 73610600 Nut, Hex 3/8-24 1 inch = 25.4 mm

7 10040600 Washer, Lock 3/8

REPAIR PARTS

TILLER --MODEL NUMBER WET6500A

DECALS

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 162846

3 186761

4 143678

5 141907

6 102180×

9 141906

10 156199

12 162215

- - 186100

- - 186101

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Logo

Decal, Instruction, Tilling

Decal, Hand Placement

Decal, Shift Indicator

Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines

Deal, Reverse

Decal, Tine Shield Wrng Dom

Manual, Owner's (English)

Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

LIMITED WARRANTY

"[he Manufacturer warrar;ts to the (_riginal consumer purchaser thatthis product as rnanufa(_ture_is free from de-

fects in materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer

purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any

part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship. This Warranty is subject to the following limita-

tions and exclusions.

1. This warranty db_s not apply to the engine or components parts thereof. Please refer to the applicable manu-

facturer's warranty on these items.

2. Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of

the purchaser. Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid

by the purchaser unless such return is requested by Electrolux Home Products.

3. The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date

of original purchase.

4. This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained

in accordance with the instructions furnished. This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been

subjected to alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, delivery damage, or to normal wear

of the product.

5. Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, tines, tine adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, stan-

dard hardware and normal maintenance.

6. In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service deal-

er.

Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact:

Electrolux Home Products, Inc. in Canada contact:

Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept.

250 Bobby Jones Expressway

Augusta, GA 30909 USA

Electrolux Canada Corp.

7075 Ordan Drive

Mississauga, Ontario

L5T 1K6

giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the

authorized dealer from whom it was purchased.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED

WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WAR-

RANTIES. Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied

Warranty may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal

rights, and you may have other rights which vary from locale to locale.

This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.

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